The Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS), a mosque in Redmond, and its Interfaith and Outreach (I&O), will host an event on common misconceptions about Islam on Saturday, March 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission to the event, at the Newport Way Library, 14250 SE Newport Way in Bellevue, is free and open to the public. The event is part of a series of monthly program hosted by MAPS I&O.

The event will feature multimedia presentations, focused short talks, and opportunities for open dialogue. Attendees will also have an opportunity to observe an Islamic prayer at 12:30 p.m.

“MAPS will host open houses and events on the first Saturday of each month, exploring various topics pertaining to Islam and the Islamic faith” said MAPS I&O media coordinator Ghada Ellithy.

“On March 6th, attendees will have a wonderful opportunity to have a heart to heart talk with Muslims, and to inquire about issues that are commonly misrepresented in the media about Islam, such as freedom of religion and democracy in Islam, and women rights,” Ellithy stated.

For more information, e-mail outreach@mapsredmond.org or visit www.mapsredmond.org.